PERDIDO BAY TRIBE

SOUTHEASTERN LOWER MUSCOGEE CREEK INDIANS, INC.

 

Native Paths Muscogee Creek Cultural Heritage and Resource Projects

         Welcome,

     
 

Chief Bearheart 2007I'm Bobby Johns Bearheart, Chief of the Perdido Bay Tribe of Creek Indians.  Join me for a walk along the path of our American Indian ancestors. Wander through the pages of our website and we will tell you about our Creek Indian heritage.

We'll tell you why we want to keep our heritage alive and teach others the way of our Creek ancestors. I'll tell you a little about myself and my experiences of growing up in rural Georgia in the 1930's and 40's. You can get to know some of our tribe members and the work we are doing together to honor our Creek heritage.

Philosophy Behind My Vision for Perdido Bay Tribe

Chief Bearheart 1996

My approach to claiming and honoring my Muscogee Creek Indian heritage is to share with others that which I have known, learned or been a part of. While I honor the ways of the past, I know it is impossible for anyone to recreate the ancestors' way of life, no matter how strong the desire.

I love the present and look forward to the future. We need not return to a primitive way of life.  My path is not to waste time and effort on controversy without dialog between parties. My path is to be inclusive rather than exclusive; to welcome all people who wish to learn and honor their Indian heritage. My path is to be  of service to others rather than to seek personal gain.    

 
 

I believe there is a destiny that makes us brothers; none goes his way alone; all that we send into the lives of others will come back into our own. It’s what my Clan Uncle called being a real human being.

We must unite in our efforts to resolve differences and get on with the beauty of life. We are in great need of cleansing our great lands. Earth Mother’s tears for the desecration of her gifts to all; we must defend her. Enforce our pollution laws and demand governments research better ways of prevention.

We love our children and grandchildren and the future progeny. It is our duty to guarantee that this land will be safe for them and those that follow. Extend love and friendship – The Brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations. Follow the Red Road and learn, then teach.

 

 

 

 

 

     
 

Letter From a Teacher in Georgia:

 

Thank you so much for this in-credible website!  I have looked for years to find good and easy to understand his-toric information about the Creek Nation in Georgia.  I am a third grade teacher in Coweta County.  I'm working on a Georgia unit and need information about the Creek and Cherokee people.  It is easy to find information about the Cherokee, but it has always been difficult to find information on the Creek.  Thank you for this resource. . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alcasalica

The Vision of Alcasalica

Celebrating Our Southeastern

Creek Indian Heritage

 

 

    

 

 Chief Bearheart Sends Special Thanks . . .

 

As most of our tribe members and friends have known, Chief Bearheart had surgery on July 28, 2009 for stomach cancer. He has made a full recovery, and has completed  a course of chemotherapy and radiation as an added precaution.

 

Bearheart especially wants everyone to know how much he appreciates all the well-wishes and thoughtful gestures from so many friends. Each one has added tremendously to his healing process and he looks forward to being able to personally thank you all.

 

Nov 22, 2009 - Note from Vice Chief Robert Johns Cedar Bear: At the Powwow in Florida Town (Pace) Dad came into the Circle with me when they called to Honor All Veterans!   And he Danced out!   Getting Better everyday!  It was an Honor for me to Dance with Him!!!!
 

 

 
UNDERSTANDING OCMULGEE,  CAHOKIA, AND ORTONA
Researcher's Opinion: By Richard L. Thornton
 
This article will be of special interest to anyone interested in current
Southeastern archaeological and historical studies
and how they impact long-held beliefs about the earliest Peoples of the region.
 
 

 

 

 

Native Paths

Cultural Heritage & Resource Center

 Jones Swamp Nature Preserve

 

 

1610 Albany Avenue ☼ Pensacola, FL

 

Phone: 850-453-7382     Fax: 850-453-7383

Robert Johns, Operations Manager

cedarbear@aol.com

 

Native Paths is still under development & will not open

 to the public on a regular basis until later this year. Interested friends or

small groups may call or email for an appointment and directions

 

 

Learn the full story of Jones Swamp, Native Paths &

 

other News, Letters, Notices & Events from along

 

THE Beloved Path

Never Ending Journey of the Perdido Bay Tribe

 

Tribal News 

 

 

 

 

 

     Bearheart says . . .

"It's Warm Like a Mother's Love"

 

Bearheart's Best

Green or Red Jalapeno Sauce

5 ounce bottles

  

 Great Gifts for Family & Friends

Birthdays • Christmas Anytime

 

Supports Great Programs

• Native Paths Cultural Heritage & Resource Center

• The Mobile Museum of Creek Indian History & Culture 

• Website Outreach & Online Classroom

• Educational Programs and Classes

• Community Service Programs

 

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Robert Johns, Operations Manager

cedarbear@aol.com

Phone: 850-453-7382    

Perdido Bay Tribe is a Non-Profit Organization. We rely primarily on donations and contributions 

Your purchase will be greatly appreciated

 

 

 

 Native Paths & Mobile Museum

 

Schedule of Upcoming 2009 Events

 

 

October 24 - Milton Community Center

November 19 - VA Hospital

 

Contact Perdido Bay Tribe 

for more information on bringing the Bearmobile

to your community or event

 

             

 

 

 

 

Words of Welcome

Chief Bearheart Speaks

Unique and Wonderful Gifts

Alcasalica Gift Shop

Album of Our People & Events

Profiles and Happenings

Creek Indian Culture & Lifeways

Online Classroom

Current News, Notices & Events !

Tribal News

Bearheart Native Paths Museum

Mobile Museum 

An exhibit of PBT Fine Arts & Crafts

Bearheart Gallery

Future Museum & Learning Center Project

Heritage Museum

More Creative talents of Our People

Voices of Our People

Heritage of The Creek Indians

Ancient Treasures

Album of the Younger Set

Some People's Kids

A Brief Look at SE Creek History

Saga of the Creek Nation

Feature Articles & PBT History

Archives

Opportunity for SE Creek Students

Fellowships

Resources for Researchers

Native American Links

For Native Americans in Escambia

and Santa Rosa Co., FL

Paths To Creative  Living

 

 

 

Perdido Bay Tribe of Southeastern Lower Muscogee Creek Indians, Inc

A  501 (c)(3) non-profit  & 509 (a)(2) public charity

Dedicated to honoring and preserving our cultural heritage

through art, education and community service.

 

Mailing Address

Perdido Bay Tribe, Inc.

Native Paths Cultural Heritage & Resource Projects

12533 Polonious Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32506

 

E-Mail

We Must Never Stop Dancing

We're Proud to Share Our Heritage With You!

 

 

 

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